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Trip from Everman, TX to Corpus Christi, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 24, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 52m
Distance
377.4 mi
607 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$57
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 41m
★
6 AM
6h 52m
8 AM
7h 16m
10 AM
7h 1m
12 PM
6h 58m
3 PM
7h 2m
5 PM
7h 15m
8 PM
6h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Everman, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Corpus Christi, TX
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Everman, TX to Corpus Christi, TX is 377.4 miles and takes about 6h 52m via South Freeway and TX 130 Toll, with a fuel budget near $57 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a highway-focused drive primarily through the Great Plains region, making it a straightforward, single-day trip. You'll spend most of your time on well-maintained roadways, so if you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B across Texas, this route fits the bill. It’s a practical option for those who prefer to cover distance quickly without many detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
188.7 miles from Everman, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 14m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Freeway | 75.6 mi | 1h 18m |
| TX 130 Toll | 58.5 mi | 54m |
| TX 80 | 51.2 mi | 56m |
| South US Highway 181 | 40.2 mi | 45m |
| Purple Heart Trail | 37.9 mi | 39m |
| I 35 | 26.5 mi | 26m |
| US Highway 181 | 23.3 mi | 26m |
| US Highway 181 South | 16.1 mi | 18m |
Longest stretch:
South Freeway
— 75.6 mi, about 1h 18m
Traffic on I-35
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 52 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,504 veh/hr typical · worst 3,276
Quietest
2 AM
~399 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
6.3×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 104 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Everman, TX and Corpus Christi, TX.
1
Start on West Enon Avenue
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Enon Avenue
2
Turn left onto Oak Grove Road
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Oak Grove Road
3
Turn right onto Everman Parkway
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Everman Parkway
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
Turn left onto South Freeway
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
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South Freeway
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 35W South
6
Merge onto I 35W
75 mi
·
1 hr 17 min
·
South Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on I 35; US 77
6.6 mi
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7 min
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North Jack Kultgen Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on I 35
38 mi
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39 min
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Purple Heart Trail
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 35
26 mi
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26 min
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I 35
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
55 sec
Exit 265
Toward TX 130 Toll South: San Antonio
Use the slight right lane.
11
Continue on TX 130 Toll
59 mi
·
54 min
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TX 130 Toll
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 470
Toward US 183 South: Lockhart
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on US 183
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
·
United States Highway 183
14
Continue on US 183
4.9 mi
·
8 min
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North Colorado Street
15
Continue on US 183
10 mi
·
11 min
·
US 183
16
Continue on US 183
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
North Magnolia Avenue
17
Continue on TX 80
51 mi
·
56 min
·
TX 80
18
Turn slight left onto FM 792
8.4 mi
·
10 min
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Farm-to-Market Road 792
19
Continue on TX 72; TX 239
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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East Main Street
20
Turn left onto US 181
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
South Sunset Strip Drive
21
Continue on US 181
40 mi
·
45 min
·
South US Highway 181
22
Continue on US 181
0.8 mi
·
55 sec
·
North 8th Street
23
Continue on US 181
16 mi
·
18 min
·
US Highway 181 South
24
Continue on TX 89
4.1 mi
·
4 min
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State Highway 89
25
Continue on US 181
5.9 mi
·
6 min
·
US Highway 181
26
Continue on US 181
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Railroad Avenue
27
Continue on US 181
17 mi
·
19 min
·
US Highway 181
28
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
29
Turn slight right
0.3 mi
·
56 sec
30
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
31
Merge onto I 37
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
I 37
32
Continue on Interstate Highway 37
387 ft
·
10 sec
·
Interstate Highway 37
33
Continue on Interstate Highway 37
444 ft
·
15 sec
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Interstate Highway 37
34
Continue on I 37
483 ft
·
9 sec
·
I 37
35
Arrive at destination
I 37
Trip Plan
Given the 6-hour-plus drive time, an early morning departure from Everman is recommended to maximize daylight. With only one recommended stop, you can maintain good momentum, but be sure to factor in breaks for fuel and stretching. The fuel cost is estimated at $57, so plan accordingly. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially on the longer stretches, as services can sometimes be spaced out on these major highways. This is a drive that allows for flexibility, but a prompt start ensures a comfortable arrival.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 188.7 miles from Everman, TX, or about 3h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 75.6 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 83 miles or 1h 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 188.7 miles or 3h 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Corpus Christi, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Everman, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Everman, TX
This is one driving day of about 377.4 miles and 6h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 83 miles from Everman, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on South Freeway for about 75.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
189 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 83 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 188.7 miles from Everman, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before South Freeway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 75.6 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Bell County Northbound Rest Area
0 mi from route
Hill County Northbound Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Walburg Travel Center & Food Court
0.1 mi from route
Buc-ee's
0.1 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.1 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.1 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.1 mi from route
Circle K
0.1 mi from route
Ascent Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.2 mi from route
Flying J Travel Plaza
0.2 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Hill County Southbound Rest Area
0.2 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.2 mi from route
Road Ranger
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.2 mi from route
Buc-ee's
0.2 mi from route
TA
0.3 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.3 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.3 mi from route
Bell County Southbound Rest Area
0.4 mi from route
Bayfront Park
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.5 mi from route
~1 min detour
Corpus Christi, Texas
Hours: 6 am–10 pm
+13618267529
Visit websiteHarbor Playhouse
4.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.6 mi from route
~1 min detour
Corpus Christi, Texas
+13618825500
Visit websiteWhataburger Field
4.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.7 mi from route
~2 min detour
Corpus Christi, Texas
Visit websiteCorpus Christi Museum of Science and History
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.7 mi from route
~2 min detour
Corpus Christi, Texas
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+13618264667
Visit websiteThe Art Museum of South Texas
4.5
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.7 mi from route
~2 min detour
Corpus Christi, Texas
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+13618253500
Visit websiteTexas State Aquarium
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.9 mi from route
~2 min detour
Corpus Christi, Texas
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+13618811200
Visit websiteTexas State Museum of Asian Cultures & Education Center
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.6 mi from route
~1 min detour
Corpus Christi, Texas
Hours: 12–5 pm
+13618818827
Visit websiteWater's Edge Park
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.8 mi from route
~2 min detour
Corpus Christi, Texas
Hours: 6 am–10 pm
+13618263460
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 1.1 and 208.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.1 mi into trip
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~2m in
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Everman Parkway
Turn right onto Everman Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
2.2 mi into trip
|
~4m in
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South Freeway
Turn left onto South Freeway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
122.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 10m in
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I 35
Keep slight left at fork onto I 35
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
149 mi into trip
|
~2h 37m in
Take the exit toward TX 130 Toll South: San Antonio
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 265
Toward TX 130 Toll South: San Antonio
7
208.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 33m in
Take the exit toward US 183 South: Lockhart
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 470
Toward US 183 South: Lockhart
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$56.65 one way
$113.31 round trip
$3.81/gal
25.4 MPG avg
132 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $62.69 | $125.37 |
| premium | $4.57 | $67.83 | $135.66 |
| diesel | $6.28 | $93.25 | $186.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$57
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$82–$107
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 132 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $40 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 113.2 | 1 | $39.63 | $18.12 |
| Efficient EV | 94.4 | 1 | $33.02 | $15.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 151 | 1 | $52.84 | $24.15 |
Gas CO2
132 kg
EV CO2
44 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Everman, TX
Late night in Everman on Saturday
Local time
4:33 AM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Partly Cloudy
0 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Destination
Corpus Christi, TX
Late night in Corpus Christi on Saturday
Local time
4:33 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
NNE 6 to 9 mph
16% chance
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
18 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
6h 52m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Waco Mammoth National Monument
National Monument
Standing as tall as 14 feet and weighing 20,000 pounds, Columbian mammoths roamed across what is present-day Texas thousands of years ago. Today, the fossil specimens represent the nation's first and...
4 mi from route
~10 min detour
Free
near mile 78.1
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is an 83% highway-focused drive, meaning you'll be on faster roads for the vast majority of your journey. Expect a consistent pace, with the longest uninterrupted stretch being 75.6 miles on South Freeway. While the primary roads include TX 130 Toll and TX 80, the overall character remains that of a modern, high-speed transit corridor. The landscape will likely be consistent with the Great Plains, offering a predictable driving experience rather than dramatic shifts in scenery.
83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
35 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 75.6 mi on South Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on South Freeway and TX 130 Toll. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in near Everman Parkway.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 377.4 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles (Everman Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles (South Freeway): Lane positioning matters here; at 122.5 miles (I 35): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
747 ft
7 ft
Total Climb
523 ft
Total Descent
1,186 ft
Highest Point
747 ft
~134.8 mi in
Elevation Range
740 ft
About the Cities
Starting in Everman, TX
Full guide →Founded 1902
Arriving in Corpus Christi, TX
Full guide →Founded 1839
Corpus Christi (called Corpus by the locals) is Texas's largest coastal city and the gateway to Padre Island. While Corpus Christi isn't on the way to much of anything except itself (and the islands off its coast), it offers enough to fill a visit in its own right, or a multi-day trip from San Antonio, Austin, or Houston. The name is Latin for "Body of Christ".
Top landmarks
- • USS Lexington — 1942 Essex-class aircraft carrier
- • Corpus Christi Cathedral — historic place in Corpus Christi, Nueces County, Texas
- • Old Nueces County Courthouse — historic place in Corpus Christi, Nueces County, Texas
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 52m. Total distance: 377.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 52m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 75.6 miles on South Freeway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 25 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Corpus Christi, TX before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 25 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles (Everman Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles (South Freeway): Lane positioning matters here; at 122.5 miles (I 35): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Waco Mammoth National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.9 hours each way, a round trip means 13.7 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Corpus Christi, TX before the return drive.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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